GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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myopicaffected by myopia : of, relating to, or exhibiting myopia : nearsighted
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling
miserlyof, relating to, or characteristic of a miser
methodicalarranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order
lucidsuffused with light : luminous
bawdyboisterously or humorously indecent
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
gargoylea spout in the form of a grotesque human or animal figure projecting from a roof gutter to throw rainwater clear of a building
satiricalof, relating to, or constituting satire
turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion